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Cyril K. Brennan Middle School

Middle School · Attleboro

320 Rathbun Willard Drive, Attleboro, MA 02703

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,201 of 1,793

In Attleboro

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

Attleboro

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Cyril K. Brennan Middle School

5.4/10

Middle School in Attleboro · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Cyril K. Brennan Middle School

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School is a public middle school in Attleboro, MA, part of Attleboro. Cyril K.

Brennan Middle School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cyril K. Brennan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,201 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Cyril K. Brennan Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,929
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School — Students at Cyril K. Brennan Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
49.2%
2019
Math
37.2%
ELA
50.5%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
25.2%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
31.7%
ELA
35%
2023
Math
32.6%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
34.2%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Cyril K. Brennan Middle School Compares

See how Cyril K. Brennan Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in MA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

Location

320 Rathbun Willard Drive, Attleboro, MA 02703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cyril K. Brennan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Attleborough Middle (rated 6.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby North Attleborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wamsutta Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Attleboro, see our Attleboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
A. Irvin Studley Elementary School Attleboro 0.1 mi 5.0
Attleboro High Attleboro 0.2 mi 6.2
Attleboro Community Academy Attleboro 0.2 mi 2.6
Attleboro Virtual Academy Attleboro 0.2 mi 2.9
Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro 1.0 mi 4.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro 1.1 mi 4.1
Peter Thacher Elementary School Attleboro 1.5 mi 3.7
Early Learning Center Attleboro 1.5 mi 3.3
BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro 2.0 mi 4.4
Falls North Attleborough 2.4 mi 5.5
Wamsutta Middle School Attleboro 2.2 mi 4.6
AMEGO Attleboro 2.0 mi 7.3
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Attleboro 2.5 mi
Hyman Fine Elementary School Attleboro 2.4 mi 3.1
North Attleboro High North Attleborough 3.1 mi 5.3
North Attleborough Middle North Attleborough 3.1 mi 6.0
Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro 2.6 mi 7.3
Community North Attleborough 3.2 mi 6.2
GRACE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Attleboro 2.8 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Avenue North Attleborough 3.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,352

Median Home Value

$409,400

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

46,479

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cyril K. Brennan Middle School

What grades does Cyril K. Brennan Middle School serve?

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Cyril K. Brennan Middle School?

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cyril K. Brennan Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cyril K. Brennan Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cyril K. Brennan Middle School rank in MA?

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School ranks #1,201 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Cyril K. Brennan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cyril K. Brennan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cyril K. Brennan Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cyril K. Brennan Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cyril K. Brennan Middle School a charter school?

No, Cyril K. Brennan Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cyril K. Brennan Middle School a Title I school?

No, Cyril K. Brennan Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

Attleboro
District Enrollment
6,057
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,929
District Rank
#3 of 12

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